Study Abroad Coordinator

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Position Information

Division

Department

Department Office of Global Engagement

Working Title

Vacancy Type

Vacancy Type Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements

Master’s Degree in related field. Applied knowledge in overseas travel requirements and advisories is desired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to positively represent the International Department in conjunction with other team members.

FTE

FTE 1

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range Commensurate Upon Education and Experience

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate Upon Education and Experience

Position #

Position # 2528

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Months per year

Months per year 12

Is this a grant funded position?

Is this a grant funded position? No

If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)

n/a

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Global Engagement serves international students and faculty members, and establishes global partnerships for UNCP

Primary Purpose of Position

Advise students on study abroad/away options. Advise on faculty-led study abroad programs. Under the supervision from the AVC , provide advisory, referral, and information services to students, parents, and others interested in study abroad opportunities, as well as work, travel, or volunteer opportunities. Provide, organize, and implement materials and forums regarding overseas study opportunities and sources of financial aid; assist students in complying with registration and academic credit transfer requirements.

May supervise support staff positions.

Job Description

70%: This position is primarily responsible for recruitment of UNCP study abroad/away students, balancing exchange-in-kind with incoming exchange students, direct exchanges, exchanges in conjunction with consortiums, and faculty-led programs. This position has budget responsibility for faculty-led programs, scholarship awards and financial aid. The Study Abroad Coordinator is responsible for implementation and growth of the university’s study abroad and student exchange programs.

A background in the development and maintenance of Memorandums of Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding is desired.

• Guide outgoing and incoming students through basic immigration processes.
• Actively pursue federal and state grants, scholarships, and other financial opportunities to assist with study abroad students and faculty-led programs.
• Meet with prospective study abroad candidates on a regular basis.
• Conduct orientations…